Cheek swelling and ice application time after difficult molar tooth extraction

My broken molar tooth was extracted yesterday. My cheek is as swollen as a tangerine today. How long should I put the ice on?

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Uzm. Dt. Hande Acar Verified Medical Specialist (Estetik Diş Hekimliği & Gülüş Tasarımı)

11.09.2026 14:10 TR

@Mehmet Taş in reply to:

Cold compress is applied only in the first 24 hours by putting it on for 15 minutes and resting it for 15 minutes. After 48 hours, ice is no longer applied; After this stage, slightly warm applications increase circulation and help disperse edema. After the 3rd day, the swelling will decrease rapidly.

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Yusuf Polat

12.09.2026 14:17 TR

@Mehmet Taş in reply to:

I was wondering the same question, and the detailed answer given by our doctor was very enlightening. Thanks.

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